Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

Paid time off and sick leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

A leading company in mining seeks a Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer to oversee instrumentation and control systems for projects. This role emphasizes collaboration and safety, requiring expertise in managing complex engineering tasks. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate proficiency in technical standards and project management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Electrical or Instrumentation and Control.
• Experience with Engineering Consultants and Contractors is a plus.
• Professional Engineer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, investigate, and recommend actions for Instrumentation and Control Systems.
• Provide guidance to project teams and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure project compliance with industry standards and safety guidelines.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Smart-Plant Instrumentation

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Why You Should Apply for This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

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Where You Will Work

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration.In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Why You Should Apply for This Job

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!

Where You Will Work

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration.In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.

What You Will Do

• Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding Instrumentation and Control Systems during the various stages of a project such as: Feasibility Study, Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, resolving technical issues/conflicts and ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications.
• Supports risk assessments, including PHA/HAZOP, LOPA/SIL assessment and SIL verification and review the safety requirement specification (SRS)
• Use of technical judgment in making selections and adaptation of engineering alternatives during various stages of project implementation.
• Support the company during the development/preparation of company discipline (instrumentation and controls) specification standards.
• Develop both conceptual and detailed Instrumentation and Controls requirements including Instrumentation selection and guidelines to meet project requirements.
• Work with the project team during various optimization efforts during various stages of project implementation.
• Implement and monitor performance indicators, metrics for measurement of Instrumentation and Controls progress/schedule during various stages of project implementation.
• Prepare Weekly/monthly reports to communicate project status and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other disciplines, departments, and company installations/sites to provide technical support and recommendations during various stages of project implementation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, regulations, and safety guidelines (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, IEC, ISA) various stages of project implementation.
• Proficiency of Smart-Plant Instrumentation Instrument database.
• Generate and review technical reports, specifications, and data sheets to support project implementation.
• Interpreting P&I Drawings, review/checking loop diagrams, schematics, or other field instrumentation drawings.
  
  

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
  
  

OR

• Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
• Experience with managing and working with Engineering Consultants and Contractors
• Professional Engineer
• Smart-Plant Instrumentation
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
• Instrumentation and Controls engineering experience in a Mineral Processing Industry
  
  

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $101,000-$141,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
  
  

What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Mining

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